Worst air pollution Mölndal, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Mölndal is fair. AQI, NO2, and O3 are fair; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 5:00 PM (O3: 31.2/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Mölndal is fair. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 31.4/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Mölndal's air quality is generally good by Swedish and European standards, with only occasional local peaks in pollutant levels. Emissions locally trace mainly to pharmaceuticals and tech and the traffic passing through the town centre. The natural airflow associated with the Mölndalsån river valley works in the area's favour for keeping pollutant levels down. As a result, Mölndal rarely records air quality readings that would concern most residents.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 17:00
AQI:
Fair
31.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
11.8/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.8/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
23.6/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
31.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
2.6/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
5.4/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
11.8/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 23:00
AQI:
Fair
31.4/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
8.6/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.1/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
31.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
20.6/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
3.6/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
2.3/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
8.3/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Mölndal right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Mölndal is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 31.2/100. Pollution peaks around 5:00 PM (O3: 31.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Mölndal?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Mölndal will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at fair at 31.4/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 31.4/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Mölndal?
How does air quality change throughout the year in Mölndal? Midwinter is generally the least favourable period, as still air and cold temperatures allow local pollutants to build up rather than clear. Spring usually marks a turning point, with more active weather systems reducing how often pollutants can accumulate. Air quality is typically strongest in summer, helped by more wind and sunshine, though still days can occasionally push up ozone levels. By October and November, cooling air and calmer evenings start to mirror the patterns that intensify further in winter. The comparatively mild southern Swedish climate means these seasonal swings are usually less pronounced than further north.
Are air quality levels in Mölndal based on measurements or forecasts?
It is forecasts derived by downscaling forecasts provided by EU’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) by taking into account local conditions such as traffic patterns. CAMS bases its forecast on satellite measurements of particles and chemical compounds in the atmosphere. Airmine’s services were developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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